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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Alkhawam, Cardiologist in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Hassan Alkhawam, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Alkhawam is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alkhawam’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alkhawam’s office at (314) 916-9000.
What languages does Dr. Alkhawam speak?
Dr. Alkhawam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Alkhawam treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Alkhawam diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Alkhawam. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Unstable Angina
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
- Unstable Chest Pain
- Acute Coronary Syndrome
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Unstable Angina
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
- I25110: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unstable angina pectoris
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- R002: Palpitations
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Dyspnea
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Muscle Disease
- Enlarged Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I429: Cardiomyopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Heart Disease
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
- Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
- I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Which procedures does Dr. Alkhawam perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Hassan Alkhawam may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Alkhawam's office.
Does Dr. Alkhawam accept my insurance?
Dr. Alkhawam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 916-9000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alkhawam accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Alkhawam in Birmingham, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Medicare
Physicians Mutual Insurance Company
State of Alabama
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Alkhawam's office located?
Dr. Hassan Alkhawam's Primary Practice
2700 10th Ave S Ste 305
Birmingham, AL 35205
(314) 916-9000
What is Dr. Alkhawam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alkhawam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912324328.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alkhawam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alkhawam
What is Dr. Hassan Alkhawam's specialty?
Dr. Alkhawam is a Cardiologist near Birmingham, AL. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Alkhawam to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Hassan Alkhawam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alkhawam is affiliated with Ascension St. Vincent’s Birmingham which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Hassan Alkhawam accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. Hassan Alkhawam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hassan Alkhawam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alkhawam's office at (314) 916-9000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hassan Alkhawam?
Please contact Dr. Alkhawam's office at (314) 916-9000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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